Head Chef - Premium British Brasserie - Bath

Head Chef
Premium British Hotel Brasserie | Bath
JWR is delighted to be working with an exciting premium dining destination in the heart of Bath, seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead its talented kitchen brigade.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and driven chef to take ownership of a quality-led operation focused on showcasing the very best of British produce.
Working with exceptional ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers and local producers, you'll have the opportunity to shape menus, inspire your team and deliver memorable dining experiences in a vibrant and stylish setting.

Package

• Salary up to £50,000 + Service & Bonus
• Discounted hotel stays across a prestigious hospitality group
• 50% discount across restaurants and bars
• Healthcare cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Fully funded training and apprenticeship programmes
• Employee assistance programme
• Long service and colleague recognition rewards
• Excellent opportunities for career progression

The Role
As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently exceptional food quality, team development and commercial performance.
Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen brigade
• Delivering consistently high food standards across all service periods
• Managing food costs, labour costs and kitchen budgets
• Creating seasonal menus that celebrate quality British ingredients
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and local producers
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene and health & safety regulations
• Managing stock control, ordering and waste reduction initiatives
• Driving creativity and innovation throughout the kitchen operation
• Maintaining a positive, professional and high-performing kitchen culture

Requirements
We are seeking a hands-on and inspirational Head Chef who thrives in a busy fresh-food environment and takes pride in developing both people and menus.
You will have:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or a strong Senior Sous Chef ready for their next challenge
• Experience within high-volume fresh-food kitchens
• Strong leadership and people development skills
• Excellent organisational and financial management abilities
• A genuine passion for quality ingredients and British cuisine
• A calm and professional approach under pressure
• High standards of food presentation, consistency and service delivery
• A proactive and positive management style

Apply Now
If you're a passionate chef looking to lead a quality-focused kitchen and take the next step in your culinary career, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact JWR today for a confidential discussion